October 16/08 12:18 pm - Employment Opportunities with the Ride to Conquer Cancer

Posted by Editoress on 10/16/08

Are You Ready to make a difference in the fight to Conquer Cancer?

Orientation/Outreach Specialist

We are excited to announce the expansion of The Ride to Conquer Cancer to your area! Be part of a highly respected organization that raises millions of dollars every year for cancer treatment, prevention, education and outreach services. The work environment is fun, fast-paced, and highly rewarding. If you are passionate about this cause and the work you do, this is the position for you. The funds raised through this event are used locally in the ongoing quest to Conquer Cancer in our lifetime.

Purpose of Position:Our inaugural ride was hosted in Toronto (www.conquercancer.ca) and we are currently expanding this energizing event to your city. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will participate on our team in the role of Orientation/Outreach Specialist. This Role key to introducing people to our events in your local area! You will spend most of your time out in the community inspiring people to make a difference in the fight against cancer and register for our event.

Position Description

As the Orientations Specialist you will be the main presenter to an audience of people that have requested more information about the event. You will make a presentation, show a video, answer questions and inspire registrations. Your outreach responsibilities will include finding local events that you and or our volunteers can attend and spread the word about our event with the goal of increasing the number of participants to our events. The ideal candidate will have a passion to make a difference, the ability to connect with and inspire people, experience in public speaking, organized, energetic, fantastic communicator, and professional demeanor.

The role of Orientation/Outreach Specialistincludes:

 Inspire registrations through face to face communications with people Find and book orientation locations Enter all registrations in the database on the date received Research events in local area and arrange outreach activities Work with volunteer coordinator to arrange help with outreach and orientation Contribute to a positive working environment Answer Inbound calls as needed Serve as Event Staff during event season Involves some days, evenings and weekends Must have transportation

Reporting Structure

Daily activities of all positions in the office are coordinated by the Team Lead. Send resumes and cover letter to careers@endcancer.caPlease note in Subject: Your City - Orientation Specialist

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Teams Participation Coach

As the Teams Participation Coach you will be on the front lines conducting outbound calls to a variety of companies in the surrounding area of your event city. In this newly created position you will be instrumental in prospecting and building new relationships with companies. The goal is to register as many of the company's employees in one of our events. The ideal candidate will have a passion to make a difference, a minimum of 1 year outbound telephone sales or account management experience, strategic thinker, highly organized, energetic, fantastic communicator, professional demeanor, enjoys being on the phone and will actively participate in making this new position a positive contributor to the growth and success of our events!

The role of the Teams Participation Coach includes:

 B to B outbound calling Inspire companies to help us spread the word of our event to their employees Development of new teams, either company sponsored or employee driven Increase number of on-site company orientations Assist with development of a prospect database Work with Team Captains to increase team size and maximize fundraising Contribute to a positive working environment Answer Inbound calls as needed Serve as Event Staff during event seasonReporting Structure

Daily activities of all positions in the office are coordinated by the Team Lead.Send resumes and cover letters to careers@endcancer.caPlease note in Subject: Your City - Teams Coach

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We are excited to announce the expansion of The Ride to Conquer Cancer to your area! Be part of a highly respected organization that raises millions of dollars every year for cancer treatment, prevention, education and outreach services. The work environment is fun, fast-paced, and highly rewarding. If you are passionate about this cause and the work you do, this is the position for you.

Purpose of Position:Our inaugural ride was hosted in Toronto (www.conquercancer.ca) and we are currently expanding this energizing event to your city. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will participate on our team in the role of Ride Guide. The Ride Guide is essential in ensuring the participation and fundraising success of The Ride To Conquer Cancer.

Ride Guide DescriptionAs a Ride Guide, you are the foundation of our event. You will spend your time on the phone talking to people about registering for the event and be their point of contact through the finish line! As their Ride Guide and point of information contact, you will inspire their continued efforts in fundraising and training for this amazing two-day ride. The ideal candidate will have a passion to make a difference, a minimum of 1 year of telephone service or sales experience, and some college coursework completed is preferred.

The role of the Ride Guide includes:

 Answer inbound and initiate outgoing calls Call and register people who have expressed interest in the event Motivate and support participants with training and fundraising goals Teach and share techniques for each participant to reach their goals Maintain a friendly and supportive attitude with all participants and team mates Contribute to a positive working environment Demonstrate willingness to do whatever it takes to produce a successful event Must enjoy talking with people over the phone Serve as Event Staff during event season

Fundraising Dollars:The funds raised through this event are used locally in the ongoing quest to Conquer Cancer in our lifetime.

Reporting StructureDaily activities of all positions in the office are coordinated by the Team Lead. Send resumes to careers@endcancer.caPlease note in Subject Line Ride Guide and the city of interest.